SEATTLE –  Seattle Storm point guard, Nika Mühl, suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in her right knee during a game on March 11, 2026, while playing for Croatia in the FIBA Women's EuroBasket Qualifiers. Mühl underwent successful surgery on March 31, 2026 to repair the ligament and will miss the 2026 WNBA Season. She is taking steps towards a healthy recovery and updates on her progress and return to play will be made public when available.